ABOUT AIRC MEMBERSHIP
The American International Recruitment Council (AIRC) is a dynamic network of U.S. secondary and post- secondary institutions, service providers, non-U.S. institutions, and student recruitment agencies that are committed to the professionalism of international student recruitment and best practices. Recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission as a Standards-Development Organization (SDO), AIRC is the only membership association exclusively focused on international student enrollment. AIRC provides market intelligence and analytics, agent certification, an annual conference, cutting-edge webinars, a robust resource library, a professional certificate course, and member-exclusive benefits.
Membership Benefits
Membership benefits are extended to all staff members at your institution/organization. AIRC membership runs from July-June each year with the renewal period beginning in April. Questions about membership can be emailed to memberservices@airc-education.org.
Professional Development
- Opportunities to serve on AIRC’s Board of Directors, Certification Commission, and AIRC working groups and committees.
- Discounts on AIRC's training courses, including AIRC's International Student Recruitment and Enrollment Planning (ISREP) professional certification.
- Access to AIRC's Online Workshop on U.S. Education for Agency Counselors.
- Unlimited access to AIRC's private webinars and online content.
International Enrollment Management Resources
- Access to AIRC's resource library (i.e., sample contracts, recognized case studies, best practices, articulation agreements, etc.).
- Access to apply for The Sir Cyril Taylor Memorial Scholarship for Study in the US, which awards US institutions scholarships to enroll disadvantaged students from the UK.
- Contribute to and benefit from AIRC's advocacy efforts. - Learn from industry leaders about trends and best practices in International Enrollment Management through AIRC’s virtual and in-person events.
- Contribute to the development of Standards and Guidelines for the field of International Enrollment Management.
Conferences and Events
- Discounted registration rate for AIRC's Annual Conference, the industry’s “must-attend” event for professionals in International Enrollment Management.
- Discounted registration rate for AIRC’s Spring Symposium.
- In-person networking opportunities to expand your international student recruitment partnerships.
- Opportunity to exhibit with AIRC at NAFSA. Discounted rate on conference exhibit tables and sponsorships.
Networking and Partnerships
- Institution/organization name listed on the AIRC Members website and online directory. - Participation in AIRC's private LinkedIn group.
- Recognition among secondary and higher education institutions as meeting AIRC's Certification Standards (for AIRC Certified agencies).
- Opportunity to shape the International Enrollment Management field alongside industry leaders.